The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Illinois

Looking to camp with your furry friend in Illinois? Look no further than Wine Trail Wilderness (291 reviews), Bear Creek Farm and Ranch (273 reviews), and Linden Campground (190 reviews) to find the perfect fit for your adventure. Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and pet-friendly spaces. And don't forget to take advantage of the popular activities Illinois has to offer, such as boating, historic site visits, and wildlife watching. With an average price per night of $39 and options as low as $10, camping in Illinois has never been more affordable. Start planning your pet-friendly camping trip today with Hipcamp!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to camp with your furry friend in Illinois? Look no further than Wine Trail Wilderness (291 reviews), Bear Creek Farm and Ranch (273 reviews), and Linden Campground (190 reviews) to find the perfect fit for your adventure. Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and pet-friendly spaces. And don't forget to take advantage of the popular activities Illinois has to offer, such as boating, historic site visits, and wildlife watching. With an average price per night of $39 and options as low as $10, camping in Illinois has never been more affordable. Start planning your pet-friendly camping trip today with Hipcamp!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. The City Farm - RV Stop

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(22)

1 site · RV · Bloomington, IL

Residential farm with active crop production. RV parking with 50 amp electric and water. VERY close proximity to I-74 and I-55; The farm is located adjacent to the Interstate, I-74. Very close to amenities in Bloomington/Normal Illinois. 10 minutes to ISU, State Farm, Grossinger Motors Coliseum, the Castle Theater and other music venues. Fitness trail on property 0.5 mile walking trail around the outside of the crops

2. A Creek Runs Through It

93%

(15)

2 sites · RVs · Elgin, IL

I love sharing this beautiful piece of land with other nature lovers. You feel like you're out in the middle of the woods yet if you drive 5 minutes to Randall road there's any restaurant or store you could ever need. I look forward to sharing this space with you!

3. Timberline Ridge

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3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Carlinville, IL

Welcome to Timberline Ridge-Tiny Living! We host a tiny cabin and two RV spots. Located in an open area, the cabin and camper sites create a warm, communal atmosphere. Enjoy shared amenities like a fire pit and a peaceful pond—with kayaks and a paddle board. A perfect spot to unwind and connect with fellow travelers. Tiny Piney: Escape to our charming tiny log cabin nestled in the heart of nature. Perfect for couples, families and solo travelers seeking a serene retreat, our cozy cabin offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Relax on the spacious deck and soak in the beauty of the surrounding landscape. With nearby hiking trails and quaint local shops, there’s plenty to explore during your stay. Disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature in our tranquil hideaway. Please be advised we are in the process of growing our fish population to ensure a thriving ecosystem for everyone to enjoy. The pond currently has hybrid bluegill ready to catch. Our sister property does have a fully stocked pond a short walk away.

4. Jensen Woods Camp

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10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Mound Station, IL

Welcome to your new favorite camping oasis. Sitting on 550 acres, Jensen Woods Camp is a serene, secluded environment offering RV sites, bunkhouse rooms, treehouses, a rustic A-Frame cabin, and a lodge equipped with a small kitchen, a commercial kitchen, free WiFi, board games, foosball, washer/dryer, and more! We offer swimming and fishing ponds, archery, kayaking, and 15 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. (Trails are closed during hunting seasons.) Trails are closed until 1:30pm April 14- May 15, 2025.

5. Serenity Fields Farm

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(165)

4 sites · Tents, RVs · Dalton City, IL

We are originally from Northern California. We are enjoying our expansive farm with all it's fresh air, fresh food, plants, animals, and fun events. We enjoy time relaxing in hammocks and letting the world pass us by. Bring your family out to enjoy all the farm has to offer, or take advantage of the serenity and privacy! We are open to family reunions & parties, large gatherings of friends etc! We are happy to have a group that can party and consume adult beverages without driving or worrying about making noise. Sites 2 & 3 can accommodate big groups and vehicles. If you want the farm to yourself, book all three sites! Message me to discuss possibilities. Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent near the creek (site 1) in a completely private site (kids can sleep in the truck bed topper or fort if they'd like) or on the field to the side of the house (site 2) for a semi-private spot nearest to the bathroom and with a wood chip drive entrance for larger vehicles or (site 3) a semi- private spot down by the creek and the hay bales to the left of the house. (Or pick a spot of your choosing). Enjoy the farm animals, walk the property, build a fire, and enjoy the outdoors! There are more animals to pet from April through October (typically we have bunnies, chickens, sheep, cats, dogs, alpacas, miniature horses, horses, pig, goat, etc.). In the winter the horses, alpacas, chickens, dogs, cats and sometimes bunnies are available to visit. Firewood bundles available for $10 The creek at times is swimmable, other times it's walkable, and sometimes in the heat of July it's very shallow. There is a zip line, log or bridge to cross the creek. There is a state park (Ft. Daniel) less than 5 minutes away and others a bit further (Spitler or Sand Creek) Horseback riding may be available upon request - $25.00 per person or $50.00 per family. There is a large shaded playground in the front yard for the kids with a trampoline, small zip line, ninja line, slack line, silks, climbing dome, hammocks, etc. BATHROOM: If you are looking at the house from the street, the bathroom is on the right of the house, attached to the house. It is a small shed looking building and is pictured. It has a toilet and running hot and cold water.

Public campgrounds in Illinois

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Pine Campground

24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sand Ridge State Forest

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(2)

Gun Creek Campground

100 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rend Lake

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(4)

Shabbona Lake Campground

92 sites · Tents, RVs · in Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area

100%

(1)

Walnut Point Campground

55 sites · Tents, RVs · in Walnut Point State Park

100%

(1)

Washington County Campground

39 sites · Tents, RVs · in Washington County State Recreational Area

Stories from the community

Lisa

2 weeks ago

35 ft fifth wheel

With pets

1 night at The City Farm - RV Stop

Nice location! Easy to get into and out! Recommended!

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Lori

2 weeks ago

15 ft pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at Timberline Ridge

We had a wonderful stay at Lindsey’s land! Our spot was beautiful/private and we loved how gorgeous our view was. We definitely plan to return one day!

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Kyle

October 2025

2 nights at Timberline Ridge

This was a wonderful place to unwind. The house had pretty much everything you could need. I was able to show up with just the clothing and food that I needed. I was there during the week so it was extremely quiet and peaceful. My favorite part was kayaking on the pond (kayak and paddle board provided). The host also responded very quickly to any questions I had. I would definitely stay again.

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Jodie

October 2025

25 ft Class C

1 night at Timberline Ridge

A really lovely, quiet spot on the lake. Secluded, with more amenities than we imagined and was a wonderful way to spend an evening!

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Jonathan

October 2025

13 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to A Creek Runs Through It

When we pulled up to the site, Kristen made sure we knew exactly where to park and gave us the layout of her land. It was nice to be able to park our camper there while we visited the nearby town. This site was quiet and private. We felt very safe here. Kristen communicated well and we knew everything we needed to know before even showing up. We would definitely camp here again!

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Heather

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serenity Fields Farm

What a great place for families! We stayed at the creek-side camp and loved the privacy. It was perfect with our 5 and 7 year old as they were able to head to the playground alone with walkie talkies. For younger kids, the site closer to the playground may be a better fit. Julie was kind and helpful with every question we had! The property is also close to town, should you need anything at all - like we did!

Eric

September 2025

17 ft travel trailer

1 night at Timberline Ridge

Beautiful lakeside location on well maintained land. The available kayaks were a plus and there is a large playground as well. A good secluded spot for a solo or family getaway.

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Christian

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Serenity Fields Farm

For central Illinois this place was amazing! The site itself was unique and secluded with a cool zip line within it. All the animals on the farm were fun to check out and interact with. Most of all Julie and her family were wonderful and thoughtful people to interact with.

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Patsy

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serenity Fields Farm

Literally had such a great time tent camping on Julie's Farm! From the spaced out nature of every site, the zip lines all over, and the activities for the children to do! To the responsiveness of Julie and her family 💖 We had our space but we also could nearly always find someone to ask questions or just chat 💖 The herbs and vegetables and flowers and variety of animals 💖 Julie also allowed us to have an impromptu birthday party for my daughter and she enjoyed the farm so much, she cried as we were leaving. Best private camping we've found so far! 👏👏 thanks again Julie and Serenity Farms

Cecile

August 2025

13 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Serenity Fields Farm

Great place to relax and recharge on our road trip. Very nice welcoming and charming property.

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Jeff

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Serenity Fields Farm

Julie and her family were very welcoming! Our family, including our 8 year old son, loved our stay at the farm. From a zip line at our site, to kittens to play with and even a horse ride, we had a great day and night. Highly recommended!

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WC

August 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Timberline Ridge

The Birch Back-In RV site isn’t just a stop, it’s the kind of place that makes you slow down without realizing it. The pond caught us first—quiet, glassy, the kind of water that makes you want to skip rocks and forget about time. The free kayaks and paddle board weren’t just perks, they were an invitation to get out there and live a little. We stayed, we breathed, we laughed. Tremendous place. We definitely will be back.

Audrey

August 2025

23 ft Class C

With pets

1 night at The City Farm - RV Stop

It was perfect for our night stay. It was dark by the time we drove in, and the owner met us at the driveway to help us drive in and helped with getting us hooked up. Beautiful view. You can hear the freeway as it is close by, but it didn’t bother us. Would stay again if ever passing through this area again!

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allen

July 2025

30 ft toy hauler

Weekend Trip to The City Farm - RV Stop

I had an excellent time there I would recommend !!!

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Paulina

July 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Serenity Fields Farm

Beautiful site to camp at! It was really the weekend I went, but was able to get through it. It was so nice to be able to camp with the animals. Such a unique experience and I am so grateful that Julie can provide this experience.

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Mel

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Serenity Fields Farm

if you love animals this is the campsite for you they are everywhere!! and so much fun things for kids to do. Would come again!

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Todd

July 2025

30 ft travel trailer

1 night at The City Farm - RV Stop

Eric was very very accommodating and low-key. He made sure we had everything we needed. And his farm is very open and welcoming. The lightning bug show at dark was more than I have ever seen in my life. And I was born in an area with a bunch of lightning bugs.

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Cindy

June 2025

27 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to The City Farm - RV Stop

We loved staying here! The host met us when we arrived and explained his set up. The site is level and grassy with a picnic table, electric hook up, and water. Plus there were fireflies!!! Magical!

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Brian

June 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serenity Fields Farm

Our family loved tent camping on Julie's land. The land was beautiful and the feel was private even though you were close to the home. The directions were easy to follow. The pets were super friendly (especially Daisy)! For our first time using hipcamp it was a great experience.

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Jordan

June 2025

24 ft fifth wheel

3 nights at The City Farm - RV Stop

Eric came out to greet us when we got there and helped us figure out where to park. He gave us the WiFi password and also recommended a couple of places to eat! It was very quiet and relaxing. Susan even asked if we wanted our awning in due to the rain when we were gone at a concert! Location was close to breweries and places to eat but secluded out in the country! I’d definitely stay again!